NHL Playoff prediction thread

[StandingCow]

Round 1:
West -
Sharks vs Avalanche: Sharks in 6
Blackhawks vs Predators: Hawks in 5 (hawks probably be the cup finals team)
Canuks vs Kings: canuks in 5
Coyotes vs Red Wings: Yotes in 7 (they deserve to finally go far or even be in)

East -
Capitals vs Montreal: Caps in 5 (Caps are going to the cup)
Devils vs Flyers: Flyers in 6 (they have owned the devs so far this season)
Sabers vs Bruins: Bruins in 7
Penguins vs Senators: Pens in 6 (be nice to see them knocked out 1st round though)

[Polish Hill]

W
Sharks in 6
Hawks in 5
Canucks in 6
Red Wings in 6

E
Caps in 5
Devils in 6
Sabers in 7
Guins in 6

[Maddog]

Sharks in 6
Preds in 7
Canucks in 5
Yotes in 6

Caps in 5
Devils in 6
Sabers in 6
Pens in 7

[StandingCow]

Come on you assholes... pick!

[StandingCow]

Screw the sports forum.

[Darkfyre]

What is the NHL?

[Afro Joe]

NHL Playoff Prediction: Boredom

[Dr Boners]

Montreal's going to beat everyone fuck the haters.

At least I get to watch them play at least four more games :(

[Rabbit]

I predict that there will be some fights.


I think that's a pretty safe pick.

[Elwood]

pirates in 20

[Chunkywheats]

I don't watch hockey, but the city of chicago needs to be a champion of something, badly, so I hope the blackhawks win.

[Maddog]

I predict that there will be some fights.


I think that's a pretty safe pick.

not necessarily... it is the playoffs. Goons watch from the press box

[StandingCow]

not necessarily... it is the playoffs. Goons watch from the press box

Yep, fights are rare in the playoffs.

[IchWarriorMkII]

Avs will take this mother fucker.


(Uwe Krupp needs to make a come back and win more games for us)

[Modest Genius]

are we not going to do the traditional points-based ladder thing?

come to think of it, it was always me that organised it. oops. should I do so again?

[Elwood]

even though we're the team of the traitor crosby, I still hope we crush the hated flyers

[StandingCow]

are we not going to do the traditional points-based ladder thing?

come to think of it, it was always me that organised it. oops. should I do so again?

Get it going nub!

[Lee]

W
Sharks in 7 - The Avs will give them a run for their money, but the Sharks need to stop fucking around or they'll be dismantled this summer.
Hawks in 5 - Don't have to say much here.
Canucks in 7 - Lou has been slacking but he'll be back in time. Kings are playoff hungry, they'll steal a few games. Watch out for Doughty.
Red Wings in 7 - The Coyotes will give them a run for their money but the experience of Detroit will win it for them.

E
Caps in 4 - MontreLOL has an average height of 5'8" or something retarded like that.
Devils in 7 - Kovy will find his game soon, but the Flyers will play it tough. Brodeur's playoff experience can't be beat either.
Sabres in 6 - They can score more than 2 goals a game, so they'll win this series. A lot of close games will be had though, Miller and Rask have been two of the best goalies this season.
Pens in 6 - Ottawa has too many injuries (Michalek, Kovalev, etc) to put a big dent in this team. The Pens know what it takes and will bring their A game here on out.

[MatthewMarchand]

Toronto in 2011

[DunNa]

What is hockey?

[Dr Boners]

Toronto in 2067

100 years without a cup sounds about right.

[BattleWhack]

Screw you pubbies, this is why we have a sports forum. If you don't want to use it, close that motherfucker.

[MatthewMarchand]

100 years without a cup sounds about right.

Probably, honestly I just don't give a damn about Hockey, but I love telling people I like Toronto, because it makes them rage.

[Moe_Rahn]

Screw you pubbies, this is why we have a sports forum. If you don't want to use it, close that motherfucker.
blame the fat piece of shit that moved it from there

e: after he made it there in the first place

[StandingCow]

blame the fat piece of shit that moved it from there

e: after he made it there in the first place

At least now it got some attention. :)

Anyway, so much for caps in 4...

[Maddog]

Sure hope Fluery and the rest of the team rebounds tonight

otherwise we're boned

[Stalin]

Lol I'm watching the Hawks-Preds game and they took a text poll about the series:

A: Hawks win in 4 or 5
B: Hawks win in 6
C: Hawks win in 7
D: Preds win

[StandingCow]

Lol I'm watching the Hawks-Preds game and they took a text poll about the series:

A: Hawks win in 4 or 5
B: Hawks win in 6
C: Hawks win in 7
D: Preds win

After that Preds win, hawks better unfuck themselves... bet they went in underestimating them.

[Maddog]

Leopold got knocked the fuck out

I have to commend Versus showing non stop hockey last night, and no Doc or Eddie anywhere in sight

[Modest Genius]

Get it going nub!
sorry, a volcano intervened and messed up all my plans

[StandingCow]

Anyone else watch that caps/habs game last night? I really thought the caps were out of it a few times, but they made some awesome comebacks.

[StandingCow]

Well, so far Flyers have won it in 5. :)

Still waiting on the Sens Pens game.

[Polish Hill]

Honestly did not think the Flyers would upset, definitely not in 5. GG. Regardless this Pens game is fucking my sleep schedule, tomorrow will be rough.

[Maddog]

god DAMN IT

[StandingCow]

Habs have a bit of fight in em... Caps just let off the gas a bit too much.

[Dr Boners]

Habs have a bit of fight in em... Caps just let off the gas a bit too much.

As much as I like the Habs I'm surprised they've held on this long, might force a game 7. Not putting any money on them getting farther than that though.

Watching Vancouver play last night makes me confident in their chances, Luongo and the Sedin brothers tore LA up.

Ottawa was playing alright the past few games, I just really want someone to break Crosby's leg.

I'm guessing Vancouver/Washington for a final.

[StandingCow]

As much as I like the Habs I'm surprised they've held on this long, might force a game 7. Not putting any money on them getting farther than that though.

Watching Vancouver play last night makes me confident in their chances, Luongo and the Sedin brothers tore LA up.

Ottawa was playing alright the past few games, I just really want someone to break Crosby's leg.

I'm guessing Vancouver/Washington for a final.

I am not sure Washington has the defense now... it will be interesting to see how they do against the Flyers who really contained the devils. If they can power through that, then yea... they will be playing in the final cup game.

BTW, I missed the final sens/pens game... my buddy text'd me saying BS that was a goal... did the refs call off another good goal?

[Polish Hill]

Honestly couldn't tell you. The Pens "had" a goal that wasn't awarded because you couldn't guarantee the puck was in when Leclaire was like inside the net. Realistically probably should have been a goal but since the puck was black and his pads were black they couldn't overturn it. Other than that I don't know and booze.

[StandingCow]

Honestly couldn't tell you. The Pens "had" a goal that wasn't awarded because you couldn't guarantee the puck was in when Leclaire was like inside the net. Realistically probably should have been a goal but since the puck was black and his pads were black they couldn't overturn it. Other than that I don't know and booze.

Second time black pads have caused a no goal on him...

[Dr Boners]

Halak is absolutely on FIRE tonight. Also what's with all the diving calls? There's going to be riots tonight in Montreal.

[Maddog]

I was really pulling for a shut out for Halak. And yea the diving calls are very o_O. If I was a conspiracy man I'd be all over the refs trying to give the Caps a goal

[StandingCow]

I was really pulling for a shut out for Halak. And yea the diving calls are very o_O. If I was a conspiracy man I'd be all over the refs trying to give the Caps a goal

Some of the games really make you wonder if there is a conspiracy.

Halak is really amazing sometimes, then other times he is just absolutely average.

Caps must be crapping their pants.

[Maddog]

damn it Yotes

[StandingCow]

Yea, redwing's experience just came out today... they just fucking owned the yotes. :(

At least they finally made the playoffs and can improve for next year.

[StandingCow]

Ok round 2:

East:
Habs vs Pens: Pens in 5
Bruins vs Flyers: Flyers in 7 (The loss of Lappy hurts though...)

West:
Sharks vs Wings: Sharks in 6
Hawks vs Canuks: Hawks in 6

[Maddog]

As a Pens fan the 2 teams I feared the most are out of the playoffs. Now the Habs are scarier than initially thought, but I really can't see us not making the finals again.

[Maddog]

Pens in 6
Flyers in 6

Sharks in 6
Canuks in 6

[StandingCow]

As a Pens fan the 2 teams I feared the most are out of the playoffs. Now the Habs are scarier than initially thought, but I really can't see us not making the finals again.

Ehhh, don't think I would worry about the habs. Pens are a more complete team than washington was. They are just all offense. Pens have a great goalie, good D, and good offense (most of the time).

Man, this is one series I wish it were possible for both teams to lose. :kak:

[cpt.mars]

I still fail to see how anyone can pick the Sharks to win a playoff series.
Ever.

That said, I'm going to go:

Habs in 7
Flyers in 6

Wings in 6
Hawks in 5

Obviously I know nothing of hockey when I make these picks.

[StandingCow]

I still fail to see how anyone can pick the Sharks to win a playoff series.
Ever.


I know, but I figured I was going to go against the flow this time a bit. Who woulda thought the freaking caps were gonna fail?

[Dr Boners]

Habs in 7 (going to be another long, drawn out back and forth series)
Flyers in 6 (only because I hate Boston)

Don't care about San Jose/Detroit
Canucks in 6 (LUOOOOOOOOOONGO)

Really want to see how Halak does against Crosby. Hopefully someone breaks his (crosby's) leg.

[Polish Hill]

Guins in 6
Flyers in 6

Detroit in 6
Hawks in 7

[Maddog]

Where is your PK God now Montreal?!

[StandingCow]

Where is your PK God now Montreal?!

Yea, like I said, pitts isn't going to have trouble with Montreal, they are a complete team.

I love what RJ Umberger said about the caps, they are just run and gun, and that doesn't do well in the playoffs.

[Maddog]

oh boy sharks

[StandingCow]

oh boy sharks

think I am the only one that picked the sharks. :cool:

[Polish Hill]

So far I've learned I know as little about hockey as I thought I did

[StandingCow]

LoL, I am amazed that the canadians are tied with the pens right now... D:

[Maddog]

fucking own goals

fuck this series is frustrating to watch

[Polish Hill]

Sure own goals blow but when you outshoot your opponent 26 to 9 in two periods and have a one goal lead to show for it you are asking to be upset. The Pens are still the more talented team but who knows at this point. If I was a betting man I'd take them but its a crap shoot.

[StandingCow]

Good lord, the Flyers BARELY avoid the sweep... D:

And, I am really surprised that the pens are struggling this much.

[Dr Boners]

"After this game Halak'll want to jump in front of a train, too bad it'll go right through his legs."

Also wtf has happened to Luongo?

[Maddog]

Well Pens D shat the bed and the rest of the team can't pass worth a damn. I'm very nervous about Game 7.

[Dr Boners]

As you should be.
Not at all, Montreal always plays better at home.

I really want to know who cross checked Crosby at the end of the game, I hope it was 'Crazy Eyes' Lapierre.

[StandingCow]

I am astounded that the pens are having this much trouble with the canadians... I would have put money down on the pens... jesus.

Also, come on Flyers... two more wins...

[Maddog]

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a179/Vesty/mellon.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a179/Vesty/US-Flag-capitol-half-staff-73728-1.jpg

ugh

[Polish Hill]

Workin on that golf game

[StandingCow]

I really cannot believe the pens lost the series... wow. Flyers still going!

[Bluetippedflyer]

jesus

http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/nhl/article/808672--windows-broken-stores-looted-as-montreal-celebration-turns-ugly

tl;dr
after winning in their home town, the montreal fans turned from cheering into an adrenalin filled night of looting.

[StandingCow]

Not surprised.

[StandingCow]

Wow... Flyers down 3-0 in the series.. battle back.. then game 7 go down 3-0... battle back.

Gonna be a gut wrenching 3rd period.

[Maddog]

I can't believe Philly won

[StandingCow]

I am so happy right now... what a freaking game!

So, next round.

Flyers vs Habs - Flyers in 5 (I cannot take another comeback...)

Hawks vs Sharks - Hawks in 7

[Maddog]

Habs in 7
Hawks in 6

[Polish Hill]

Habs in 6
Hawks in 6

[Dr Boners]

I am so happy right now... what a freaking game!

So, next round.

Flyers vs Habs - Flyers in 5 (I cannot take another comeback...)

Hawks vs Sharks - Hawks in 7

If Halak can keep his game up, and Camalleri doesn't choke I say Habs in 7.

jesus

http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/nhl/article/808672--windows-broken-stores-looted-as-montreal-celebration-turns-ugly

tl;dr
after winning in their home town, the montreal fans turned from cheering into an adrenalin filled night of looting.

Happens every year, same few stores on Ste Catherine's street get looted.

[StandingCow]

hahahahhaa

_-zIua2-NQw

[StandingCow]

Well, game 1 was no challenge. But I am sure the Habs are going to come back swinging later on.

[callouspenguin]

Well, game 1 was no challenge. But I am sure the Habs are going to come back swinging later on.

Same thing happened with the pens.

Of course, there's no discounting fatigue...that was a long, sad, series.

[StandingCow]

Same thing happened with the pens.

Of course, there's no discounting fatigue...that was a long, sad, series.

Oh I know, as do the Flyers. All of them and the coach said they need to play better, they came out slow in the first.

One person on the HFBoards pointed out, doesn't matter what the score of a game is 10-0 or 1-0... it is just one game.

[Dr Boners]

Hey cow if the fliers beat montreal you can ban me for a week.
If Montreal beats your fliers I get a custom title. Deal? :cool:

[StandingCow]

Hey cow if the fliers beat montreal you can ban me for a week.
If Montreal beats your fliers I get a custom title. Deal? :cool:

But, I don't want you banned.... so that doesn't benefit me at all. :p

[StandingCow]

Another shutout for the Flyers... but they didn't play that well.

Really weird stats for the Habs.. they are 0-6 when outshooting opponents, but like 5-2 when getting outshot.. D:

[Walnut]

The Flyers aren't very good, this shouldn't be happening.

[StandingCow]

The Flyers aren't very good, this shouldn't be happening.

Correction, the Flyers haven't been good in these too games. I hope you aren't trying to say the Flyers aren't a good hockey team... I would say you are retarded.

[Walnut]

Correction, the Flyers haven't been good in these too games. I hope you aren't trying to say the Flyers aren't a good hockey team... I would say you are retarded.

The Flyers are good, they're not really championship caliber though.

[StandingCow]

The Flyers are good, they're not really championship caliber though.

Don't know how you can say that... since they are possibly going to the finals... there isn't a team out there they don't have the potential to beat.

You look at their lineup and tell me where their weakness is. Goal tending is the only possibility, but that is only because Leighton is unproven, but that doesn't mean he is good or bad, so far, he has been great.

Pronger and Timonen on two D lines, players like Gagne, Richards, Giroux, Carter (although injured) on offense...

I mean, where is the weakness there? How is this not championship caliber? What IS championship caliber to you? Having to have an ovechkin or crosby? One good player does not make a team good, that one player gets shut down and they are fucked, where as teams like the flyers have depth, you can't really shut them down.

[callouspenguin]

Don't know how you can say that... since they are possibly going to the finals... there isn't a team out there they don't have the potential to beat.

You look at their lineup and tell me where their weakness is. Goal tending is the only possibility, but that is only because Leighton is unproven, but that doesn't mean he is good or bad, so far, he has been great.

Pronger and Timonen on two D lines, players like Gagne, Richards, Giroux, Carter (although injured) on offense...

I mean, where is the weakness there? How is this not championship caliber? What IS championship caliber to you? Having to have an ovechkin or crosby? One good player does not make a team good, that one player gets shut down and they are fucked, where as teams like the flyers have depth, you can't really shut them down.

Look mate, you are clearly a fliers fan, but wasn't it about....two weeks, maybe a week and a half that you were worried about being swept by Boston?

I mean, they've picked up their game and clearly no one can say they don't deserve to be where they are now...but it was a team that almost got swept out of the playoffs.

So while I wish you the best and all that since my team is out...I'll look you right in your face and say that your weakness is that you almost got swept by the bruins.

Did I mention the bruins?

<3

[StandingCow]

Look mate, you are clearly a fliers fan, but wasn't it about....two weeks, maybe a week and a half that you were worried about being swept by Boston?

I mean, they've picked up their game and clearly no one can say they don't deserve to be where they are now...but it was a team that almost got swept out of the playoffs.

So while I wish you the best and all that since my team is out...I'll look you right in your face and say that your weakness is that you almost got swept by the bruins.

Did I mention the bruins?

<3

Those games could have gone either way, and yes we were almost swept by them, but then, made history and won 4 in a row, that says more than almost being swept.

Almost, doesn't mean shit.

[Dr Boners]

Halak threw a punch (I think) at Richards a few mins ago.
Dreamiest goalie in the league (except maybe Luongo)

[StandingCow]

Yea, they are taking it to the Flyers tonight, looks like role reversal.

I had a bad feeling when the game started.

[callouspenguin]

Those games could have gone either way, and yes we were almost swept by them, but then, made history and won 4 in a row, that says more than almost being swept.

Almost, doesn't mean shit.

Like I said, no one is saying they don't deserve to be there. Just don't go into all super defensive fan mode and put the blinders on. By all rights, as you said, the games could have gone either way and they would be bye bye. That's how walnut can say he doesn't think they are a championship team.

[StandingCow]

Like I said, no one is saying they don't deserve to be there. Just don't go into all super defensive fan mode and put the blinders on. By all rights, as you said, the games could have gone either way and they would be bye bye. That's how walnut can say he doesn't think they are a championship team.

The only thing I had an issue with was walnut saying he doesn't think they are championship caliber. That is silly. In fact, I would have an issue with it if he said that about any team in the playoffs.

The blinders aren't on, I know Flyers have their faults, hell they have a lot of them.

[StandingCow]

Amazing that this "non-championship caliber team" has had 3 shutouts against the habs in this one series. lol

http://www.joewrite.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/haters-gonna-hate.gif

[callouspenguin]

Amazing that this "non-championship caliber team" has had 3 shutouts against the habs in this one series. lol



ITT: StandingCow goes from surprised the flyers beat the bruins to bragging about his team like they've owned up all playoffs. Ha ha.

Seriously though, your goalie is playing like a beast. Grats. Hawks vs. flyers should be a great series.

[Skyler]

Duncan Keith eatin' pucks breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

[StandingCow]

ITT: StandingCow goes from surprised the flyers beat the bruins to bragging about his team like they've owned up all playoffs. Ha ha.

Seriously though, your goalie is playing like a beast. Grats. Hawks vs. flyers should be a great series.

I didn't think the Flyers would have much trouble against the habs (they have more depth that the pens and washington). Who wasn't surprised that the flyers came back from 0-3 against the bruins? lol.

The hawks game yesterday was insane... I thought the sharks had for one game at least.

[djdon917]

i see your Flyers fan StandingCow you Think there gonna WIn tonight?
3 shotouts i think this could be 2010 Flyers year you Think this is it win the CUP?
i know spelled wrong

[StandingCow]

Yea, I think they will win tonight. I expect the habs to fight hard though since their back is against the wall.

Win the cup? Certainly possible, they beat the blackhawks in the only regular season game, but... that was regular season. It will without a doubt be their biggest challenge. Biggest thing in their favor is that all their lines are capable.

[callouspenguin]

I didn't think the Flyers would have much trouble against the habs (they have more depth that the pens and washington). Who wasn't surprised that the flyers came back from 0-3 against the bruins? lol.

The hawks game yesterday was insane... I thought the sharks had for one game at least.

This is true.

I'm normally a pens fan, but at school all we ever get are hawks games...so they're my back up team...and I was very surprised they swept. Crazy post season.

And here's hoping you don't end up like the caps...

[Polish Hill]

I'm not hoping it happens, because honestly Puck Filadelphia (except the Phillies), but Hossa could lose the Stanley Cup finals 3 years running if the Hawks don't win the Cup.

[StandingCow]

Ok guys, cup final predictions!

Flyers in 6 :)

[Moe_Rahn]

I'm not hoping it happens, because honestly Puck Filadelphia (except the Phillies)
haha nope fuck the phillies too

[StandingCow]

At least if the flyers lose, I will still be happy, they had an amazing season. Plus, I don't hate the hawks, in fact, I kinda like them. So, I won't be upset either way, I just want a good series.

[Polish Hill]

Hawks in 6

[Dr Boners]

Hockey is stupid :(.

Hawks in 5.

-e-
Seriously the Canadiens are like your grandparents, they usually don't know what's going on, then they get on a really good streak where they stop calling you 'Karen' and you get your hopes up. Then grandpa poops himself at your recital and everything calls you "smudgy pants jr" for the rest of high school

[StandingCow]

Hockey is stupid :(.

Hawks in 5.

-e-
Seriously the Canadiens are like your grandparents, they usually don't know what's going on, then they get on a really good streak where they stop calling you 'Karen' and you get your hopes up. Then grandpa poops himself at your recital and everything calls you "smudgy pants jr" for the rest of high school

LOL, that is an awesome comparison. :)

[StandingCow]

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Hell YES! Go Flyers!

[djdon917]

Chicago Blackhawks Blown FLyers away 6 to 5 if Chicago wins Monday Night
or Flyers If CHicago wins Flyers will Have to Fight Back

Its a Must Win or DIE

[StandingCow]

I am not even worried. That was such a great game, and even though we lost, I am in a great mood (and drunk, lol).

Time for both teams to tighten up, we will see more of what each team is about in games 2 and 3.

[djdon917]

Flyers BLOWN it I said Hell with Them Blackhanks More like will win The Cup

Now down 2 0 FLYERS Need to Win or say Good BYE

[StandingCow]

I will worry if the flyers lose one at home. Both of these games could have easily gone either way.

Flyers have come back so many times this year, I am still not worried.

[djdon917]

the way other team Plowing Them down If They loose one More Then I will Stop watching
Them same with The Phillies I am tired of Loosers I think its chicago 2010 the cup
or Flyers has one more chance if They Loose Wednesday Night Then Thats it
June 4 is the cup or stay alive and I am going out anyway on june 4 my birthday
i guess i am oldest One here 49 soon

[djdon917]

Overtime Flyers Look Very tired IF They Loose This Over time
Then its done june 4 is the cup .. If Those Flayers Win

[StandingCow]

That was a huge win... in fact, that was the series right there, if flyers lost, they would not have come back like they did against the bruins.

Flyers need to take the next one at home to tie it up.

[djdon917]

FLyers woke up in OT they finaly Won a game i hope they do it again friday
i will Be out to a Party

[StandingCow]

All tied up now. :)

[StandingCow]

Fucking LOL!!!!

2-6y608d0hg

[Polish Hill]

Fuck you Philadelphia

[djdon917]

whos gonna win tonight who will get it to 3and2? is it someone could be
chicago or Flyers we will see who

[StandingCow]

Well, besides the fact that it is 3-0 in the first... I knew it would be a tough game for the Flyers. Seems home ice advantage is huge during this series.

Flyers dominated last game (with the exception of a hawks flurry). So this may be the hawks domination game. Hope the Flyers can come back.

[djdon917]

God damn Flyers Lost There Hats They got Plowed over by a Mack Truck

Beated 7 4 I hope They win on the 9th or They will be DOne

[StandingCow]

Oh, I have no doubt they will win at home. Game 7 is what worries me. Gotta win one away.

[djdon917]

Tonight is The Night Flyers Must WIN or go Home

[Polish Hill]

Should be interesting but for the shear fact that no one ever seems to win the cup on home ice I really do think it ends tonight.

[Maddog]

Tnzo0ZYWgmw

[callouspenguin]

What a great series.

Grats hawks fans.

[djdon917]

well The Leiqhton Blows went through should of had other one in
Soon The Chicago score I shut Off TV i was Pissed i thought he saved it
but didnt Im not A philly fan anymore all New Jersey and i dont care about
Those Phillies also

[Polish Hill]

Very impressed with Philly but my hatred for them makes it a delicious defeat. Beautiful run though you bastards, much closer than most would have thought.

[StandingCow]

Yea, that last game... in fact the last two games the Flyers didn't look very sharp. Don't know if it was the hawks defense or just the flyers sucking it up a bit.

But, I don't hate the hawks, so as much as this hurts... at least it wasn't the pens, Habs, NJ, or Rags. :)